1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 267 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Tempra | Exeo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2642 mm |